Aquatic plants can be a part of a healthy, balanced pond environment, providing food and cover for
some species of fish and other aquatic creatures. Plants can also help add oxygen to the water.
However, sometimes plants become too prolific in a pond, causing problems with pond access, water
flow, and inefficient predation by bass. Too many plants remove valuable nutrients needed for
fish growth and condition, become a nuisance that is expensive and difficult to control, and
in severe cases, affect water quality as well. The information in these pages should help with
identification of the plant species and give information about a reasonable course of
treatment.

Please note:
This information is intended for educational purposes only. References to commercial
products or trade names are made with the understanding that no discrimination is intended of
other products which may be available. Any herbicides recommended herein for the treatment
of aquatic vegetation have been registered by the Environmental Protection Agency for use
in the manner described. The registration and use of a particular product may change,
therefore the information provided here may not remain current indefinitely. It is the
responsibility of the user to read and follow the manufacturer's label to prevent misuse
of the product.